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Definition of courier

courier

/ˈkʊr.i.ər/
cou · ri · er
Plural:couriers
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Past Simple:couriered
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Past Participle:couriered
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Present Participle:couriering
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courier Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A person or company employed to transport and deliver messages, packages, or urgent documents directly and rapidly.

Example

"A bicycle courier arrived at the law firm to pick up the signed contracts."

2

British A representative employed by a travel agency to accompany, guide, and assist a group of tourists during a journey.

Example

"The tour courier met our group at the airport and arranged the hotel transfers."

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• verb

1

To send or transport documents or goods using a rapid delivery service.

Example

"Please courier the architectural blueprints to the client's office before noon."

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• Nearby Words

courageousness
courantyne
courgette
courier
course
coursebook
courser

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in Middle English from Old French 'corier', from Old Italian 'corriere', ultimately derived from the Latin verb 'currere' meaning 'to run'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Courier. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/courier
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